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2023 was an epic year full of significant triumphs, record-breaking generosity, milestone anniversaries, growth, and plenty of highlights for the residents, businesses, and organizations that put our small communities on the map. Below is a flashback of some of our favorite 2023 memories.

Community Generosity

                The season of giving lasted all year long in...

Iowa’s average farmland values hit a record high again in 2023, although at a slower pace than the previous two years. The annual Iowa State University survey shows land prices climbed on lower interest rates and elevated commodity prices last year, with positive crop yields and strong investor demand. Farmland values climbed 3.7% since November 2022...

By Deb Johnson Aching back, neck pain, headaches: These are some of many reasons why you’d want to consider going to a medical professional who specializes in resolving issues related to spinal health. And for those of us in the Lynnville-Sully area, we have Fikse Chiropractic owned by Dr. Chad Fikse, D.C., which means we don’t...

Lynnville family experiences Best Christmas Ever, from left, Cheyenne Smith of Lovilia nominated Tiffany Matthess, Gunnar, Taya, and Reece, shown with Jacee and Jamie Ball of Knoxville, who organized the gifting event held just before Christmas on the foggy Dec. 22 Friday evening.   By Margaret Vander Weerdt “Sometimes people through no fault of their own fall on...